Richard is through to the Tokyo quarterfinals in impressive form after defeating Rainer Schuettler 6-2, 6-2 in just over the hour mark.

In the quarterfinals, Richard will face Dudi Sela.

Richard hit 6 aces today and held a high first serve percentage, winning 27 out of 33 points on his first serve.

It will be Richard's first meeting against Dudi Sela, when the pair meet in Friday's quarterfinal at the AIG Open.

Allez Richard!